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Exploring the Ancient Dongba Script of Yunnan's Nashi Ethnic Minority

This chapter delves into the Dongba script, an ancient writing system used by the Nashi people of Yunnan, China. It highlights the script's pictographic elements, its cultural significance, and its role in the rituals of shaman priests.

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